David Yakunich
Specialties
- Diabetes or prediabetes
- General health
- Healthy aging
- Heart health
- Help gaining weight
- Help losing weight
- Vegan/vegetarian
- Weight stabilization
- Women's health
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Accountability
Identifies as
- Male
Cuisines / Diets
- Eastern European / Slavic
- Italian
- Mediterranean
- Vegetarian
Minimum patient age
Patient reviews
āDavid is absolutely wonderful. He has helped me reframe my mindset and make real, meaningful changes. His sessions are so uplifting and have continually supported me to keep going. I feel so much more freedom in my day to day life. For the first time I feel like my goals are not only achievable, but that I can continue these habits even when I reach those goals!ā
by Melanie on December 17th, 2025
āGreat dietitian, good listener, and keeps things approachable and tailored to your specific needs. Have been exercising and intermittently tracking fitness for over 10 years and have learned so much from him in the last three months. A lot of practical tips to help make progress. Definitely would recommend.ā
by Elliott on December 9th, 2025
āDavid provides a lot of really helpful information. I've told him in our sessions that I feel that I've consumed a lot of misinformation about diet & nutrition over the years, and he is very educational without bombarding with facts. He is also very pleasant to speak to and work with, as well, making each session feel like I'm getting value. Highly recommended! ā
by Colton on November 7th, 2025
About David
David brings his characteristic exuberance and compassion to Nourish, lending to a relaxed and calming atmosphere during counseling. He has an innate ability to empower people, and through his expertise and diligent care he leaves patients feeling confident in their pursuit of bringing balance to their nutrition. Prior to entering the field of nutrition, David coupled his background in exercise science and work as a personal trainer with the very nutritional concepts he promotes today. He was also fortunate to do the same during his time in the US Army. Service to others is a foundational stone in his life, and he stands ready to help embolden you to become the best version of yourself.
Approach to care
David learned early on that the best approach to working with patients is to listen to them. By listening, a professional can help address wants and needs. David believes strongly in establishing a non-judgmental atmosphere where compassion, empathy, and patience are imbued into each session. Nutrition is more than food and eating, it encompasses psychology and emotion, financial status, religion, ethnic and cultural concepts, and other complex factors that can lend to stress and anxiety with one's nutrition pattern. David recognizes this and ensures that his approach soothes, steadies, and allows the blossoming of confidence in the way his patients view their nutritional health.
Your first session with David
During our initial session, we will create a robust dynamic focused around listening to your health needs and desires, allowing for a patient-focused approach to managing your nutritional health. A holistic process promotes greater success, and a complex review of your medical and health background will help me understand the full picture of your health. I will be able to help you identify areas of focus and improvement, allowing for the subsequent creation of strong, actionable goals to help you feel good about your adoption of new nutrition habits. Balance is key, and together - as a team - we will create a plan that allows you to develop a good relationship with food.
Location
š Kent, Ohio
Education
Master of Science, Nutrition and Dietetics, Kent State University
Hobbies
Traveling, music and dancing, cooking, writing, family time, social gatherings with friends
Licenses and Certifications
LD - Licensed Dietitian
MS - Master of Science
RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist